To all the beauty products we love: Makeup artist Larry Yeo's go-to after-sun salve for acne-prone skin

In this new V-Day series, we asked beauty insiders and Her World Tribe members to pen heartfelt letters addressed to their most cherished makeup, skincare, and hair care products.

“Dear Clinique Moisture Surge, I have loved (and have not stopped loving) you since the late 1990s. We first met after a sun-drenched beach day. My skin was ruddy and irritated after being exposed to the elements for over six hours. With a $40 gift voucher that I had at that time, I picked you up. And as they say, the rest is history.

For over 25 years, you’ve been my go-to after-sun salve and hydrator for my acne-prone skin. Always ahead of your time, you’ve gone through several rounds of reformulations. You may look different from the time I first laid eyes on you but the way you feel on my skin has me coming back for more, every time. Optimal hydration sans heaviness.

You’re everything I could have asked for and more. Here’s to many more happy, hydrated years together.”

Larry Yeo, makeup artist